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Why This Chapter Is Important

The previous chapter covered the basics of using Access in a multiuser
environment. This chapter takes things a step further by discussing
client/server applications. One of the hot computing terms introduced in
the 1990s, client/server refers to distributed processing of information.
A client/server model involves the storage of data on database servers dedicated
to the tasks of processing data and storing it.

The chapter begins by explaining the client/server model. It talks about the
roles that Access can play in the design model and about when it is appropriate
to utilize the client/server model. You learn the important client/server buzz
words and then see how you can upsize your existing Access databases. Finally,
the chapter talks about the various ways that you can connect to client/server
data.